Will the insurance company hire a private investigator to monitor my activities during litigation?
It is commonly represented in movies and TV that insurance companies will send a private investigator out to make sure a claimant isn’t...
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Slip and Falls: What policy do you make a claim under?
As a rule, I only accept slip and fall cases that involve broken bones or significant time missed from work. Slip and falls involving...
What is a recorded statement? Do I need an attorney for it?
YOU SHOULD HAVE ALWAYS HAVE AN ATTORNEY PRESENT WHEN YOU GIVE A RECORDED STATEMENT! A recorded statement is a recorded telephone...
Is my personal injury settlement considered taxable income?
I write the following under this explicit disclaimer: I am not a tax lawyer nor am I particularly qualified to give tax advice. The...
Will my auto insurance rates go up for using MedPay Coverage?
No! Your insurance rates will not go up for utilizing these benefits. Many clients are initially afraid to use their MedPay for fear that...
Settlement Advance Funding: Be Careful!
Expenses can add up after an accident. You may not be able to go back to work due to your injuries. You may not have transportation to...
Don't Be Like Cool Hand Luke: Lawyer Client Communication
It is of crucial importance that meaningful communication is maintained between the lawyer and client throughout the recovery process. A...
Can my attorney authorize settlement without my permission?
Never! The only one that can decide to accept a settlement offer is the client. As your personal injury attorney, my foremost concern is...
Can you meet me outside the office?
Yes! I founded this firm on the dual principles of efficiency and economy. My goal is to remain in constant contact with you while...
I was hit by an uninsured motorist. Is there anything I can do?
The State of Missouri requires that all drivers carry coverage of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident of uninsured bodily injury...
I fired my other attorney because they failed to do what I wanted them to do. Will you take my case?
Sometimes representation does not work out. The personality type and work strategy of client and attorney can sometimes cause a rift that...
Why hire a personal injury lawyer and not a general lawyer?
There are many fine general practice lawyers in St. Louis who are jacks of all trades. These attorneys will take whatever comes their...
Flying Tires: The Dangers of Wheel Spacers
Wheel spacers are becoming a popular trend among truck owners. Spacers allow the truck to have a wider wheelbase by extending the tire...
What if the Defendant doesn't let the insurance company know about the lawsuit?
It can be problematic if you sue the Defendant and they do not co-operate with their own insurance company. Ideally you want to collect a...
How do contingency fee agreements work?
Contingency fee arrangements allow a lawyer to work on your case without requiring that you pay a retainer or an hourly fee. This...
What are punitive damages?
Most people are familiar with punitive damages even if they don’t know what the term means. Punitive damages are the reason for the large...
Fixing Your Property Damage After The Accident
One of the most pressing concerns after an accident is figuring out how to fix the property damage to your vehicle. Most people in this...
How much is my personal injury case worth?
The question everyone wants an answer to is, like many of life's important questions, elusive. The worth of each case varies depending on...
The insurance company won’t offer me “fair value” on my totaled car. What can I do?
It is surprising how even seriously injured people frequently seem more concerned about resolving their property damage than managing...
What is a subrogation? How does it apply to my property damage deductible?
What happens when you make a property damage claim through your own insurance policy and someone else is later found to be at fault? The...
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